Senior Software Engineer

Vantor; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 137,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Mental health resources

Student loan repayment assistance

Adoption reimbursement

Pet insurance

Job summary

Vantor, located in Washington, DC, is seeking an API/Java/Python Developer to support U.S. Government customers. The role entails designing high-performance APIs and data pipelines within a secure environment. With a focus on Agile methodologies, successful candidates will collaborate in a team-oriented setting, troubleshooting and enhancing backend services.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and experience in Java and Python development, as well as familiarity with microservices and cloud technologies. Vantor offers comprehensive benefits including a 401(k) match and unique perks.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in software development.
• Experience with RESTful APIs and backend integrations.
• Familiarity with both relational and NoSQL databases.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Collaborate with teams to implement solutions.
• Troubleshoot performance issues across systems.

Skills

Java Development

Python Development

RESTful APIs

Agile Methodologies

Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)

Version Control (Git)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline

Tools

Spring Boot

Flask

Git

AWS

Google Cloud

Azure

Job description

Vantor is forging the new frontier of spatial intelligence, helping decision makers and operators navigate what’s happening now and shape what’s coming next. Vantor is a place for problem solvers, changemakers, and go‑getters—where people work together to help our customers see the world differently, and in doing so, be seen differently. Come be part of a mission, not just a job, where you can shape your own future, build the next big thing, and change the world.

Eligibility and Clearance Requirements

To be eligible for this position, you must be a U.S. Citizen. This position requires an active U.S. Government security clearance. Applicants who do not currently hold the required clearance will not be eligible for consideration. Employment for cleared roles is contingent upon verification of clearance status. Export Control/ITAR: Certain roles may be subject to U.S. export control laws, requiring U.S. person status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Role Overview

We're hiring an API/Java/Python Developer to join our Services team, which works directly with U.S. Government customers to provide a comprehensive set of system/software engineering and information technology services to maintain, sustain, enhance, and improve a Program of Record for all-source Foundational Military Intelligence (FMI). The role focuses on developing high-performance API‑driven services and data‑ingest pipelines that drive Analytic Data Organization, Entity Extraction, and modernized storage paradigms. A primary focus is writing secure, cloud‑ready code optimized for a Develop‑Low / Deploy‑High (L2H) workflow—utilizing established unclassified enterprise development ecosystems to build and test software that will safely promote across accredited cross‑domain solutions into high‑side, air‑gapped operational networks.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices using Java and Python frameworks.
• Build and integrate backend services, data pipelines, and enterprise application components.
• Collaborate with systems engineers, data engineers, and UI/UX developers to implement end‑to‑end solutions.
• Develop automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and deployment processes within Agile environments.
• Troubleshoot application defects, performance issues, and integration challenges across distributed systems.
• Support cloud‑native deployments, containerization, and secure software development practices.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen with an active TS/SCI clearance with CI polygraph.
• 2–5 years of experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• Experience developing applications using Java and Python.
• Experience building RESTful APIs, web services, and backend integrations.
• Familiarity with relational and NoSQL databases and SQL development.
• Experience with Git, version control systems, and Agile software development methodologies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Spring Boot, Flask, FastAPI, Django, or similar frameworks.
• Familiarity with Kubernetes, Docker, and cloud platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure.
• Experience supporting DevSecOps and CI/CD pipeline implementation.
• Knowledge of microservices architecture, event‑driven systems, and API gateway technologies.
• Security+ certification or familiarity with secure coding and RMF principles.
• Experience supporting DoD, Intelligence Community, or other federal government programs.

Pay Transparency

The base pay for this position within the Washington, DC metropolitan area is: $137,000.00 – $182,000.00 – $200,200.00 annually. For all other states, Vantor uses geographic cost of labor as an input to develop market‑driven ranges for our roles, and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range.

Benefits

Vantor offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond the standard, including a robust 401(k) with company match, mental health resources, and unique perks such as student loan repayment assistance, adoption reimbursement, and pet insurance to support all aspects of your life. More information on our benefits is available at https://www.Vantor.com/careers.

EEO Policy

Vantor is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We believe in fostering an environment where all team members feel respected, valued, and encouraged to share their ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.